Home visitation for families 0-5 primarily to prevent abuse and neglect
Evidence Based
Healthy Families America promotes child well-being and prevents the abuse and neglect of our nation’s children by delivering home visiting services that empower families and communities.
This map only shows programs funded by South Carolina First Steps. For more information about services available in your area, contact your local First Steps partnership.
The program helps parents develop and achieve goals related to what is most important to them, whether it’s school, work, housing, childcare, health, relationships, or other life skills.
Pregnant moms and expectant families
Families with babies and toddlers
Families who enroll in HFA receive the support they need based on their specific circumstances. Most families are offered services for a minimum of 3 years, and are visited weekly at the start.
In-home coaching with trained parent educators
Education and support for the whole family
The program is designed to promote positive parenting, enhance child health and development, and prevent child abuse and neglect.
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Family LiteracyAdult education for parents of children 0-5 to pursue HS diploma, GED or English language skills
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HIPPYHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is a home visiting program that supports parents in their role as a child's first and most important teacher.
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Incredible Years12-week group support for parents for their child’s social and emotional development and behavior
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Library Based ProgramsLibrary staff visit child care and preschool classrooms providing books, storytelling, and staff training.
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Motheread/FathereadGroup support for parents with low literacy levels in reading to their children
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Nurse-Family PartnershipHome visitation for first time mothers, from pregnancy until the child turns two.
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ParentChild+Home visitation for families with 2- and 3-year olds to promote early literacy skills
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Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)One of the world's most-trusted parenting programs, Triple P is used in 30 countries around the world.
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Reach Out and ReadBooks and information on reading books to children provided during well-child visits
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Strengthening Families14-session group support program to promote strong and resilient families.
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LENA HomeLENA Home uses innovative technology to assess a family's home language environment and boost positive interactions between parents and children ages 0-3.
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Parents as TeachersHome visitation and group support for families, before birth and through age five.